1. An Old Firm game

One of the oldest and most passionate rivalries in world football, the Old Firm derby between Celtic and Rangers is a historic fixture.

Despite Rangers playing in a different division from their Glasgow rivals since 2012, the intensity between supporters has not diminished, a fact that was underlined when the pair met at Hampden in the League Cup last year.

With Rangers set to seal their return to Scotland’s top-flight next year, both sets of fans will be relishing the return of regular Old Firm clashes.

2. The 1872 Cup

Glasgow take on Edinburgh in the 1872 Cup at Scotstoun in 2014 (Image: SNS Group)

Every year, the only two professional rugby union clubs in Scotland, Glasgow Warriors and Edinburgh, meet to contest the 1872 Challenge Cup. The Cup was revived and rebranded by the two sides as the 1872 Cup in 2007.

The date of 1872 represents the oldest derby match in rugby union history between the original Glasgow and Edinburgh amateur district sides.

Glasgow and Edinburgh use their Pro12 league matches to decide the winners. The highest aggregate score in the home and away ties decides the 1872 Champions.

3. A Braehead Clan match

Braehead Clan (Image: Al Goold photography)

Formed in 2010, Braehead Clan are the only professional ice hockey team in the West of Scotland.

However, despite their relatively short existence the Clan have built up a huge fan base and regularly enjoy sell-out crowds at their 3600-seater home venue, the Braehead Arena.

The Clan’s supporters are known as the Purple Army and help create an electric atmosphere as they cheer on their heroes.

4. Cycling at the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome

Cycling at the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome (Image: PA Wire)

Named after the six-time Olympic champion, this venue in the East End of the city opened in 2012.

The Velodrome has a 250-meter indoor track with a capacity of 2,500, which expanded to 4,500 with the introduction of temporary seating during the 2014 Commonwealth Games.

This stunning venue is the perfect chance to witness high-speed cycling up close and personal.

5. UFC at the SSE Hydro

Fans from across the world descended on the city to see some of the world's finest fighters lock horns during an action packed show in front of a sell-out crowd.

The stunning SSE Hyrdo, which has a capacity of 12,00, was the perfect venue for the event and the return of a MMA show to Glasgow looks set to be a regular feature.

6. The Glasgow Rocks

Glasgow Rocks

Scotland's only professional basketball team, the Glasgow Rocks, moved into the Emirates Arena in 2012 and haven't looked back since. Get up close to the players with front row seats and enjoy the end-to-end action.

7. Take part in the Great Scottish Run

Last year's Great Scottish Run (Image: PA Wire)

It doesn’t matter if you’re not the next Mo Farah, you still take part in this fun and friendly event. From charity fun runs to the half marathon, there’s a race for everyone. And of course, you’ll get to take in the city’s great sights as you pound the streets.

8. Be part of the Tartan Army at Hampden

Tartan Army at Hampden (Image: SNS Group)

We're not being bias, but the Tartan Army are the greatest football fans in the world. Join them at one of the most famous stadiums in the world. The National Stadium's capacity exceeded 100,000 from the early 1900s until the 1980s and it was during this time the term the ‘Hampden Roar’ was born. Scotland fans would ‘roar’ to intimidate opposing teams and the fans’ cheers when their team scored could be heard for miles.

9. Bet on the dogs at Shawfield Races

Shawfield Races (Image: Steve Nash)

If you're looking for something a bit different to do on a Friday or Saturday night, then this is the place to go. You and your pals can enjoy dinner and drinks before watching the dogs at the iconic Glasgow racetrack. Of course, if you do fancy a flutter, please bet responsibly.

10. Watch the Glasgow Tigers at Ashfield

Ashfield Stadium

Home of the Glasgow Tigers, a motorcycle speedway team who were formed in 1928. In 2014 Glasgow brothers Michael and Gerry Facenna, owners of Allied Vehicles Ltd, bought the Tigers and Ashfield Stadium. The Facenna brothers have revamped Ashfield and it has breathed new life into the club as a whole. The popularity of speedway continues to grow, meaning crowds are getting bigger and better.

11. Experience one of the fiercest derbies in Scottish junior football

A Pollok fan outside Newslandfield (Image: SNS)

Pollok v Arthurlie is a rivalry that dates back 108 years. This 90-minute clash sums up the passion of Scottish junior and always a bumper crowd to Lok's home, Newslandsfield, in the city's south side.

12. Go to ‘Firhill for thrills’

Partick Thistle fans (Image: SNS Group)

The Jags have been in Scotland's top-flight since 2013 but are one of the country's most famous teams and boast a rich history. You don't need to be from Maryhill to know Glasgow's third football club have experienced more than their fair share of ups and downs.

Firhill for thrills is a catchphrase which first appeared more than 60 years ago and probably came from journalists when the team played in a swashbuckling manner.

13. Watch Scotland’s most successful women’s football team

Glasgow City celebrate winning the SWPL title in 2013 (Image: SNS Group)

Formed in 1998, Glasgow City are Scotland’s most successful women’s football team. City, coached by Scott Booth, have competed in Europe and have impressed with their attacking style of play. They also have a reserve team and youth sides.